When I was very young, I wrote in a diary. Later, I found that book and read it. Memories that had long faded away were brought to the surface because I had written them down. It was interesting to see what I had worried about, what I thought was most important, and what brought me happiness when I was 11 years old and writing in a puffy covered Cabbage Patch kid diary. (This post contains … [Read more...] about Why Prayer Journal?
Ten Books I Should Have Read By Now
Ok, so maybe I shouldn't have read all ten by now . . . but I should be reading a book much more often. I am thinking one good act for Lent would be to put my phone down more and instead, pick up a book. Here is a list of books I plan on picking up! The Rosary: The Prayer That Saved My Life I remember being young and my father making us pray it. I have to admit, I didn't want to come inside … [Read more...] about Ten Books I Should Have Read By Now
Dear Couple Considering Adoption,
This post contains affiliate or associate links with several businesses (which means if you shop through the links, I earn a small commission). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Quite often, I get an email, message or phone call from someone who is considering adoption. Since my husband and I have been through the process once, we do have some insight and advice. Here … [Read more...] about Dear Couple Considering Adoption,
7 Ways to Start a Pre-School Prayer Journal
This post contains affiliate or associate links with several businesses (which means if you shop through the links, I earn a small commission). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. My little boy needs fine-motor skills practice. I would love to someday be able to sit down with him and say "lets journal together" . . . and then have 15 minutes where we sit together and write in … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Start a Pre-School Prayer Journal
Dear America, Please Look Up
A powerful picture of a crowd during the Pope's visit to Philadelphia was shared on social media a little over a year ago. The photo captured a group of people lined up on the sidewalk, anxious to see Pope Francis pass by and wave to them. All of them were holding their phones... except one elderly woman. The expression on the old woman's face clearly demonstrated that she was enjoying the … [Read more...] about Dear America, Please Look Up
30 Times It’s a Good Idea to Pray
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more details. When you wake up. When you realize you lost something (Saint Anthony come around, something's lost and can't be found). When you realize how blessed you are . . . When your heart hurts When you are in need. When you are driving . When you are on an elevator. When you are walking. … [Read more...] about 30 Times It’s a Good Idea to Pray
